Eli Ben-Sasson

Zero Knowledge Proofs

Zero Knowledge Proofs are methods of providing cryptographic proofs to another party while keeping some information secret. The simple concept of ZKP offer tantalizing possibilities: Banks could prove solvency without revealing depositors. Governments could prove the fairness of an election without compromising privacy.

Computer science professor Eli Ben-Sasson joined us to discuss where blockchains and cryptocurrencies intersect with Zero Knowledge Proofs and related technologies such as zkSNARKs. It offered a fascinating view into what will surely become a core part of blockchain tech in the future.

Topics we discussed in this episode

What are proof systems?

Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZKP) and other terminology such as SNARKs and zkSNARKs

The mechanics of Zero Knowledge Proofs

The role of performance in Zero Knowledge Proofs

Applications of ZKPs

The widespread potential impact of ZKP to verify processes

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